A heavy equipment operator operates heavy equipment used in engineering and construction projects. Typically only skilled workers may operate heavy equipment, and there is specialized training for learning to use heavy equipment. What does a Construction Equipment Operator do? Construction equipment operators operate heavy duty machines equipped with scrapers or blades to spread, grade or move earth and rock. This role may also be known as a heavy plant operator, mobile plant operator or bulldozer, grader or scraper operators. They also perform mechanical maintenance such as greasing, oil changes and small repairs. Operate heavy and light equipment for the purposes of road maintenance, facility maintenance and snow removal. The best operators are self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities. They take personal pride in their work and have a strict attention to detail. Skilled operators will pick up the movements and flow of the operation quickly.

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